Hannibal Lecter
A Life
$45.12
- Hardcover
336 pages
- Release Date
17 March 2026
Summary
Drawing from exclusive interviews and previously unseen archival materials, this one-of-its-kind biography of Hannibal Lecter documents the cannibal’s journey from terrifying villain to unexpectedly adored antihero.
This unique biography traces the many lives and crimes of Hannibal Lecter: his disturbing debut in Thomas Harris’s 1981 novel Red Dragon; his rise to infamy in beloved films like Michael Mann’s Manhunter and Jonathan Demme’s Academy Award–winning The <…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781668070581 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1668070588 |
| Author: | Brian Raftery |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Simon & Schuster |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Weight: | 483g |
| Dimensions: | 28mm x 152mm x 229mm |
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Critics Review
“Raftery shows remarkable insight into historical and cultural forces behind Lecter… It’s a beautifully written and intelligent work of literary and film history, and an incisive look at American culture writ large.” * Kirkus (Starred Review) *
“Raftery pulls off a remarkable feat… The book is a treat for readers familiar with Harris’ novels, or their film adaptations, and it’s a must-read for fans of books about film and pop culture.” * Booklist *
“A fascinating investigation of Lecter’s development from a supporting char-acter in Red Dragon and The Silence of the Lambs to a universally known and bizarrely endearing icon.” * BookPage *
Brian Raftery
Brian Raftery’s work has appeared in such publications as The New York Times, Wired, GQ, and The Ringer. He’s the author of Best. Movie. Year. Ever.: How 1999 Blew Up the Big Screen, and the host of multiple podcasts for the Ringer, including the acclaimed Gene & Roger. He lives in Burbank, California, with his wife and daughters, and will never eat meat again.
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